First Fridays Downtown Youngstown- America 250

First Fridays – America 250 Celebration

Friday, July 3, 2026

5:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Downtown (W. Commerce, N. Phelps, Ohio One Building & The Apollo)
Join us downtown for a special First Fridays experience celebrating America 250, an evening where arts, culture, history, and community come together in a vibrant, walkable event for all ages.
What to Expect:
N. Phelps – Market & Arts Corridor
• Local vendor marketplace featuring food, retail, artisans & nonprofits
• Community organizations and civic engagement opportunities
Live Music & Entertainment
• Featuring BopMan on N. Phelps spinning Motown & Funk for a lively, cross-generational vibe
• Live Music at the Apollo Event Center (See below)
Live Readings with Lit Youngstown
Join Sydney Stalnecker of Lit Youngstown and Jimmy Desharnais at 6 & 7 PM on the N. Phelps Stage as they share the words of Walt Whitman.
Historical Experiences
• Guided tours presented by the Mahoning Valley Historical Society (Designated ASL Interpreted Tours included. Email: meagan@youngstowncityscape.com for more information)
• Two tours connecting key downtown locations
• Discover local history tied to the America 250 theme

Exclusive Downtown Activations
• Ohio One Building: immersive speakeasy-style experience & building tours
• The Apollo Event Center: Live Music with Bustin' Loose, Food Truck- Aunt Millies, and First Floor Building Tours
Get Involved
Interested in being part of the event? Opportunities available for:
• Vendors & artisans
• Community organizations
• Sponsors & partners
www.firstfridaysyoungstown.org/
Celebrate community, creativity, and history, right in the heart of downtown.Bring your friends, your family, and your energy. We’ll see you at First Fridays!